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Star Defender — a free online arcade game on TotType
StarDefender is a free, browser-based space shooter where you pilot a ship along the bottom of the screen, blasting incoming alien formations before they close in on you. Dodge falling bombs, catch power-ups like rapid-fire and shields, and clear every wave to face faster, more aggressive enemies. Play instantly in your browser on phone, tablet, or desktop—no download, no account needed.
How to play Star Defender
← → move your ship (or hold the on-screen buttons), Space / Fire to shoot. Clear every alien to spawn a faster wave. Bombs and aliens reaching the bottom cost a life — you have 3.
Tips & tricks
- Use the Shield power-up (blue S) strategically to tank bomb hits without losing a life, saving your three lives for when you really need them.
- When the Rapid fire power-up (yellow R) is active, your ship auto-fires continuously, so hold still and aim carefully at the alien formation.
- Aim for the pink aliens at the top of the formation first since they are worth 40 points each, then work your way down to the green ones worth 10 points.
Frequently asked questions
How do you play StarDefender?
Use the arrow keys or on-screen buttons to slide your ship left and right, then press Space or Fire to shoot upward at the marching alien formation. Destroy all aliens to clear the wave and face a tougher one.
How do you score in StarDefender?
Each alien you destroy gives points based on its row: pink aliens = 40 points, purple = 30, cyan = 20, green = 10. Catch falling power-ups to unlock special abilities like rapid fire and double bullets for even more shots on screen.
What are the power-ups in StarDefender?
Rapid fire (R) speeds up your shots, Double (2) fires two bullets at once, Shield (S) protects you from bomb hits, and Life (heart) gives you an extra life. Catch them as they fall after destroying aliens.